Forensic & Jail-Based Behavioral Therapist

Jefferson Center for Mental Health; Arkansas; Hybrid; USD 57,000 - 77,000; Part time

Job summary

Jefferson Center for Mental Health seeks a part-time Forensic Clinician and Jail Based Behavioral Services Clinician to support individuals involved in forensic and correctional settings. The role emphasizes assessments, individual and group therapy, and coordinating with criminal justice partners to ensure continuity of care.

Responsibilities include preparing reports, maintaining documentation, and applying evidence-based practices, with duties primarily jail-based and some remote/community

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work or related field; 1–2 years of related experience.
• License (LCSW, LMFT, LPC) preferred; Candidate Status required (SWC, LSW, MFTC, LPCC).
• Provide clinical services with risk assessment and quarterly FCBS/DA reporting.
• Coordinate between FCBS, legal system, and Jefferson Center; adherence to release terms.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments and provide individual and group therapy for adults.
• Coordinate referrals with criminal justice and community partners.
• Enter and maintain referral logs; track program outcomes.
• Communicate with FCBS, courts, and JC to align treatment planning.
• Attend quarterly FCBS meetings and ensure timely documentation.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Case management

Interagency coordination

Documentation

Community-based care

Education

Master’s Degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work or related field

Job description

Jefferson Center for Mental Health seeks a part-time Forensic Clinician and Jail Based Behavioral Services Clinician to support individuals involved in forensic and correctional settings. The role emphasizes assessments, individual and group therapy, and coordinating with criminal justice partners to ensure continuity of care.

Responsibilities include preparing reports, maintaining documentation, and applying evidence-based practices, with duties primarily jail-based and some remote/community